Section 2: Three-acts Tasks foster deeper thinking and greater engagement in math class by Kim Burnett https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db Section 2 - Responses to Flynn article en-us 2021-02-11 16:02:46 UTC 2021-02-15 21:28:39 UTC hello@padlet.com Emily W. https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204881568 A 3-Act task is the act of engaging students in a math lesson in a similarly predictable fashion as you would teach a story. There is a hook/established problem, possible solutions discussed/tried and then presenting findings to class/resolution.

]]> 2021-02-15 21:10:22 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204881568 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204882415 Act I: The hook, usually a piece of media that evokes curiosity and interest. Students identify their question for exploration.
Act II: Students gather information and decide what information they need to answer their question. Involves working towards a solution in small groups (this is the bulk of the work).
Act III: Present findings to the class! Often this involves multiple entry/exit points, defending and critiquing reasoning. Teacher provides a satisfying resolution to the problem at the very end.]]> 2021-02-15 21:10:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204882415 A 3 Act Task is a math task centered around the idea of the 3 acts of a story. It focuses on Act 1: The Hook- engaging the students to ask questions make noticings about the task-what's the problem that needs to be solved/ or question that needs to be answered. Act 2: Asks students to gather the information and determine the necessary information to answer their task. Act 3- The Showcase, students present their findings and arguments. pgoss3 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204882416 2021-02-15 21:10:30 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204882416 Emily W. https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204884549 By it's nature, the first act serves as a hook to get students excited and engaged in a real-world math problem. Students are the main agents in solving the problem which is by nature allowing students to problem-solve for a deeper understanding in the provided tasks. Additionally, students come to a consensus of determining what exactly is being solved as well. Throughout the process there is self-agency that shows students their purpose in learning math and how it pertains to everyday problems that may arise - far less abstract. 

]]> 2021-02-15 21:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204884549 Pearl https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204885182 A task consisting of three specific parts for a whole group setting.]]> 2021-02-15 21:12:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204885182 3 act task is a task that helps students problem solve. https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204886869 2021-02-15 21:13:10 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204886869 Pearl https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204887028 The 3-act task provides visuals and sparks curiosity. It allows the students to work on answers and then shows the answer to a real world problem. ]]> 2021-02-15 21:13:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204887028 Emily W. https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204888307 Because of it's real-life connection used as a hook, teachers can present problems that affect their student population to increase student engagement/interest levels and again further shows the importance of math even outside of school.
 ]]> 2021-02-15 21:14:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204888307 The 3 Act Task engages students by encouraging students to first look at a task to have time to access background knowledge, ask questions, make inferences, build on each others ideas/questions. Students are able to collaborate together using skills and knowledge they have learned in class to determine what it is they need to solve the problem/answer the question, how they are going to do that, and then finally students have to come together to demonstrate their findings, thinking, and process. This 3-act task draws on not only students math knowledge but pushes students to think critically, using beyond just procedural and conceptual knowledge, The task also pushes students to visualize math and its practicality outside of the classroom. pgoss3 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204888676 2021-02-15 21:14:15 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204888676 I https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889215 The tasks uses a hook to gain the students interest, an opportunity to gather useful information and a opportunity for students to showcase their methods.]]> 2021-02-15 21:14:36 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889215 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889313 A task that has three parts for a student to complete ]]> 2021-02-15 21:14:39 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889313 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889758 A task that engages students from start to finish as they complete a problem]]> 2021-02-15 21:14:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204889758 Usamaah https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204890682 The elements that make math tasks engaging. These are similar to the three acts that make stories are divided into that make them compelling. Act 1: Evoke curiosity and hook the students (using images) Act 2: Gather information and filter what is useful to answer the problem.  Act 3: Present your findings with the class. 

]]> 2021-02-15 21:15:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204890682 toryhubbard422 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891106 Teachers are able to connect the problems to the students in a meaningful, culturally relevant way by using word problems. 

]]> 2021-02-15 21:15:41 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891106 Pearl https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891335 It builds relational understandings among math concepts and encourage multiple approaches to solving problems. It seems like a more inclusive way to teach math. ]]> 2021-02-15 21:15:49 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891335 Emily W. https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891727 Culturally relevant 3-act tasks may cover topics such as food deserts, uneven distribution of resources, Covid statistical tasks as it pertains to Baltimore City, etc.]]> 2021-02-15 21:16:02 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891727 Students are first hooked and then encouraged to ask questions that can be problem solved https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891815 2021-02-15 21:16:05 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204891815 3 component exercises that build on the task before https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892180 2021-02-15 21:16:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892180 Usamaah https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892200 The 3-act task engages the learner by gathering their attention, working on tasks that evoke their curiosity and providing them with independent work time to deepen their understanding. ]]> 2021-02-15 21:16:18 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892200 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892841 The 3-act task engages the student by giving them a problem that is perplexing and needs a resolution. The students are the ones voicing their opinion and leading the discussion which allows them to use their math vocabulary and explain their thinking 

]]> 2021-02-15 21:16:43 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204892841 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204893511 You can use the hook to make it culturally relevant like a snowcone shop.  Then the teacher can ask the students what information is needed to help solve the equation or business.  Students could later present their information to the class. 

]]> 2021-02-15 21:17:08 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204893511 Alana https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204893746 You must understand the task before before moving on. This requires a student to dig deep. ]]> 2021-02-15 21:17:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204893746 Sam https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894785 a three act task prioritizes problem solving and discussion over pure answer-getting. it is a math problem that is somewhat open ended and has three distinct stages that represent different parts of the problem solving process.]]> 2021-02-15 21:17:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894785 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894845 The focus is on problem-solving, instead of rote memorization or focus on the literal answer. This gives students the ability to think creatively and deeply about the problem at hand. Furthermore, students must defend and explain their answers, which deepens both their own understanding as well as classmates' understanding]]> 2021-02-15 21:17:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894845 Usamaah https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894934 The 3-act task can engage students in a culturally relevant social justice issue teachers have the option to hook students with real life social justice issues that are meaningful to our lives and allow students to deepen their understanding of not only the mathematical component but also whats happening in our lives. ]]> 2021-02-15 21:17:57 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204894934 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895090 Word problems and real life scenarios can be used with any range of topics. You can discuss resources, students in a school district, food deserts, anything to get the students to WANT to figure out the answer to a problem ]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:01 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895090 It could examine the statistics that lead to the protest ibn4life https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895588

]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:16 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895588 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895762 It helps student build a more in depth understanding of the material as well as assists teachers in making the tasks relevant to their specific classs. This makes the lesson more engaging ]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:23 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895762 Thinking about the end result and how there are multiple pathways, students can see that there are multiple angles that a problem can be tackled from https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895840 2021-02-15 21:18:25 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895840 Alana https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895887 Engaging students with a scenario they’ve experienced and relating it back to the task ]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:28 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204895887 Rachel https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204896677 It's about the process, students can take a guess, make a mistake, and revise their thinking. By making the students active learners they are engaged, and exploring the problem-solving process they deepen their understanding.]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:53 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204896677 Sam https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204896746 another important aspect of 3 act tasks that help engage the learner and deepen understand is the focus on collaborative learning in small groups. the understanding of the problem is deepened through multiple solution pathways and discussion around how to solve the problem]]> 2021-02-15 21:18:54 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204896746 Sam https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204898779 Because of how three act tasks prioritize the problem solving process, it allows for a teacher to use much broader prompts and questions. Presenting students with a picture/video of their community that engages them in solving a problem will allow them to work through the process in solving a culturally relevant issue]]> 2021-02-15 21:20:04 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204898779 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204899690 Emily posted some great suggestions.  I would also add local shops owned by locals.]]> 2021-02-15 21:20:40 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204899690 Have students set up a classroom/hallway for return to in person classes with socially distancing requirements. Book Drives- how many books in a box (horizontally, vertically) How many boxes in a truck. Evaluating impacts of the trash incinerator, it's approaching spring time, so garden planning, pgoss3 https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204901559 2021-02-15 21:21:52 UTC https://padlet.com/kimburnett/j9z8onl5o6zrv1db/wish/1204901559